Sequel to the recent promotion of CP Olorundare Moshood Jimoh and his decoration with the next rank of an Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu has approved the immediate redeployments of CP Fatai Tijani as the new Commissioner of Police in-charge of Lagos State Command.
CP Tijani brings a wealth of experience to the new position, having previously served in critical roles such as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Operations in Lagos State Command, Area Commander, Area C Command also in Lagos State and as CP Eastern Port Command in Rivers State before his posting as CP Lagos State Police Command.
The former Commander MOPOL 17 Akure in Ondo State, who has a background in administration, tactical squad and diplomatic services, combined with operational excellence, is positioned to lead the Lagos State Police Command effectively and efficiently.
Tijani’s appointment aims to improve on security enhancement, operational efficiency, community engagement improvements, inter-agency synergy, strengthen coordination among police units, and uphold discipline, professionalism in law enforcement across State.
Earlier, IGP Disu charged senior Police officers to lead by example, prioritise the rule of law, maintain a policy of zero tolerance for indiscipline, corruption or dereliction of duty, and implement proactive security measures to ensure the safety of lives and property across their commands.
Meanwhile, AIG Olorundare Jimoh who has been redeployed to posted to head Zone 2 Command- comprising Lagos and Ogun States, has been elevated to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police.
